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Electrician (ABC)

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Program Information

Degree Type
16-credit Apprenticeship

Program Code
50-413-9

Time to Degree
More than 2 years

Start Date
August

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Program Overview
Program Cost

Electricians specialize in handling all types of electrical systems for residential and commercial structures. They set up, repair and maintain wiring and electrical components including breaker boxes, switches, light fixtures, and telephone and television wiring. Receive high-quality, hands-on classroom instruction that complements on-the-job apprenticeship training critical for success in the industrial trades.

This apprenticeship is offered with the Wisconsin Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a national trade association for the construction industry.

How To Start

While WCTC provides related apprenticeship instruction, the student does not need to apply to the college.
Contact Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Wisconsin, 5330 Wall Street, Madison, WI 53718.
Complete and submit the ABC application packet, which includes qualifying test information.
After application approval, ABC will provide a list of potential employers will be provided.
Obtain employment for apprenticeship training; this is the responsibility of the individual seeking an apprenticeship.
The State of Wisconsin oversees the apprenticeship system.

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Apprenticeship Administrative Assistant
Lindsey Mushall
262.691.5160

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

Potential Careers

If you enjoy a technical challenge, are an analytical problem solver, and like following complex directions to fix mechanical and electrical problems, a job as an electrician may be right for you. Those working in this field assess equipment and system malfunctions and restore them to proper working order.

Electrician
Journeyworker
System Designer
Master Electrician
Electrical Engineer

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Career Salaries

$47,000 – $96,000 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI). Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements.

Check the WCTC Graduate Success Report to view our graduates’ entry wages.

Financial Aid

This apprenticeship does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

Program Courses

Architecture and Construction Programs

What Makes This Program Unique

Earn while you learn. Upon completion, apprentices have little to no educational debt and have been working for their employer for multiple years.
Jobs are available now. In the next few years, the construction industry will need as many as two million new craft professionals to fill the jobs available.
Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you'll receive a nationally-recognized completion certification.

Woman working on electrical components at job site

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